Searching for the Motherland
This emotive photography exhibition by Robert Golden offers an intimate insight into the lives and experiences of the Windrush generation, 25 years after their arrival in the UK. Alongside by poetry from Shaniqua Benjamin, this new exhibition explores ideas of belonging, cultural difference, and the ways people respond to social change.
Searching for the Motherland features over 50 photographs of London’s Windrush generation and their families during the 1970’s. These images capture the daily experiences and challenges faced by this community. Robert Golden said “I wasn’t photographing events so much as photographing people’s pain, hardship and joy”.
Searching for the Motherland is on display at Shire Hall Museum from Friday 27th September until Saturday 16th November. Entry to the exhibition is included with a Museum ticket.
Thanks to Topfoto, Robert Golden’s photo agent and archive.
